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A Wake-up Message for Employers or An Ounce of Prevention…

FDR Safety

Why wait for an OSHA inspection to occur before taking action? Our risk assessment methods and means of determining feasible risk reduction have their foundation in the ANSI voluntary consensus standards recognized by OSHA. The post A Wake-up Message for Employers or An Ounce of Prevention… appeared first on FDRsafety.

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New OSHA reporting rules bring big enforcement changes

FDR Safety

1, OSHA has developed enforcement procedures that could significantly impact employers. An on-site inspection will be automatic. Category 2 incidents may result in an on-site inspection at the discretion of the Area Director. Employers with a prior inspection history. Employers in a cooperative program such as VPP.

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Appeals court lowers bar for OSHA willful violations

FDR Safety

The company appealed, but the court upheld the violation, saying that for willful violations, OSHA need only prove that the employer “was aware of the risk, knew that it was serious, and knew that [it] could take effective measures to avoid [the risk], but did not.”.

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OSHA steps into the fray on Ebola

FDR Safety

Nurses and doctors are understandably concerned about the risks of dealing with patients potentially infected with Ebola, as are hospital administrators, yet fully complying with CDC guidelines can be extremely expensive in an environment in which many hospitals operate on very thin margins. Enforcement OSHA'

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Recent case shows OSHA off-base on some lockout violations

FDR Safety

OSHA said in a 2002 bulletin that the lockout/tagout standard applied to the control of hazardous energy “when employees are involved in service or maintenance activities such as constructing, installing, setting up, adjusting, inspecting, modifying, and maintaining or servicing machines or equipment.”.

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What Certifications Does A Crane Need To Operate On Construction Sites?

Construction Marketing

Crane certifications are crucial for construction site operations due to their critical role and potential risks. Certifications protect construction companies and employers when they hire certified crane operators. Ensuring operators are competent and trained reduces the risks and consequences of crane accidents.

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3 Reasons why Asbestos Surveys Are Important

Construction Marketing

The risk greatly increases during house repairs, remodeling or renovation, and in case no measures are taken, residents and workers may be exposed to asbestos. In order to assess the risk asbestos may pose, a duty holder in charge of the building must conduct a survey to collect information and help provide a clear risk assessment.